Matt LaFleur's Reaction After Bears Head Coach Ben Johnson Refuses Handshake Following Loss to Packers in Week 14

The Green Bay Packers just secured a nail-biting victory over the Chicago Bears with a score of 28-21 in Week 14 of the 2025 NFL season, taking place on December 7, 2025, at the legendary Lambeau Field. This was a classic showdown between two longtime rivals in the NFC North, where the Packers mounted an impressive comeback in the fourth quarter thanks to the stellar performance of QB Jordan Love (22/30 passing, 265 yards, 2 TDs) and a solid defense with 3 sacks on Bears' Caleb Williams. The Bears led 14-7 at halftime due to a strong rushing attack from D'Andre Swift (85 yards, 1 TD), but the Packers exploded in the second half with back-to-back touchdowns from WR Christian Watson and RB Josh Jacobs, sealing it with a decisive field goal in the final seconds. This win boosted the Packers' record to 9-5, solidifying their playoff position, while the Bears dropped to 6-8, drifting further from postseason hopes.

But behind the Packers' celebratory win lies a scorching "drama" between the two head coaches: Matt LaFleur of the Packers and Ben Johnson of the Bears. Before the game, tensions were already high when Johnson – the former Lions offensive coordinator who took over as Bears HC – publicly criticized LaFleur's "conservative" playstyle in previous press conferences. LaFleur, known for his innovative tactical approach, indirectly fired back by praising the Bears but emphasizing that "they need to learn how to win big games instead of just talking." The rivalry between these two coaches isn't just professional: Johnson once implied that LaFleur was "lucky to inherit Aaron Rodgers' legacy," while LaFleur brushed it off with a smile, saying the Bears were "trying to mimic our style but not quite there yet." Fans on social media went wild with the hashtag #LaFleurVsJohnson, predicting a fiery battle not just on the field but behind the scenes, especially since this was Johnson's first head-to-head with LaFleur as Bears coach.

And the drama truly exploded after the final whistle! As players from both teams began the customary handshakes, Bears HC Ben Johnson outright refused to shake hands with Matt LaFleur. According to a viral video from the @NFL_DovKleiman account on X (with over 500,000 views in just hours), Johnson gave LaFleur a cold glance before turning away without a word – a gesture described as a "no-look snub." LaFleur, approaching with a smile on his face, extended his hand only to retract it, creating the most awkward moment of the week. Cameras captured a brief look of confusion on LaFleur's face, but he quickly moved on to shake hands with Bears assistants as if nothing happened.

HLV Matt LaFleur's reaction to this "insulting" situation? Completely calm and... hilariously unfazed to the point of absurdity! In the post-game press conference, LaFleur burst out laughing when asked about the incident: "Oh, that handshake? I think he was just in a hurry to get home for dinner. We won, so no need to make a big deal out of it. The Bears played well, but the Packers played better – that's what matters. If Ben wants to 'no-look,' go ahead, I'll 'no-problem'!" LaFleur even joked further, saying "Maybe he's practicing Jordan Love's no-look pass style – but this time it's a no-look handshake!" This humorous, confident response quickly garnered support from Packers fans, with memes flooding X and Reddit, turning the dramatic moment into a perfect "troll" from LaFleur. In contrast, Johnson declined to comment on the matter, simply stating: "The game is over, focus on next week."

This drama not only heats up the Packers-Bears rivalry – one of the oldest in the NFL – but also has the media buzzing. Experts like ESPN's Adam Schefter suggest it's a sign of personal tension between two young, talented coaches, potentially leading to even more intense matchups in the future. With the Packers eyeing the Super Bowl and the Bears struggling at the bottom of the standings, will Johnson seek "revenge" in next season's rematch? Fans are eagerly waiting! What do you think about LaFleur's "chill" reaction? Share below and stay tuned for more NFL drama!